Editor's Note: Temple University initially said they were investigating two indecent assaults. They later said through their investigation they learned that one of the incidents was actually a possible harassment.
Temple University’s Department of Public Safety announced in a news release Thursday the Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a reported indecent assault and harassment incident that occurred near campus.
According to Temple University officials, one student was reportedly touched from behind by an unknown man in the area of the 1500 block of West Norris Street. Days before, a possible harassment incident happened to a student in the area of the 1800 block of Norris Street.
Police were not aware of the first incident until after the second incident was reported, according to officials.
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Temple Public Safety officials had released a photo of the individual wanted in connection to the incidents on social media.
After these reported incidents, the university has increased the presence of Temple Police Officers, Detectives and Bike Patrols in the area.
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If you have any information regarding these incidents you are asked to contact the Philadelphia Police Department's Special Victims Unit.
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